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Go from AI-curious to industry-ready with expert-led, hands-on training — right on your campus. SM-ACE's 60/40 hybrid model combines in-person mentorship with 24/7 digital labs to fast-track your career in AI.

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60%
In-Person Training
40%
Digital Learning
35-40
Students per Cohort
120hrs
Mastery Track

About Scholars Merit

As part of a visionary initiative by Sumit Shukla, MD and CEO of Scholars Merit, SM-ACE is on a strategic mission to establish 10 premium AI Centres of Excellence across India and make the country AI-ready. This expansion is designed to democratize high-end technology by bringing industry-aligned AI ecosystems directly into Tier 2 and Tier 3 campuses. Moving beyond the limitations of generic online courses, SM-ACE functions as a dedicated, campus-integrated innovation hub where students progress from basic AI awareness to verifiable, practical capability. The network represents a significant leap in national employability, ensuring that the next generation of professionals, regardless of geography, is equipped to lead in an AI-first global economy.

Our model is built on the principle of high-touch education, prioritizing a structured, batch-centric environment that ensures quality mentorship. Through a balanced hybrid approach of 60% in-person, expert-led workshops and 40% guided digital learning, SM-ACE bridges the gap between academic theory and corporate demand. Each centre is more than a training facility; it is a premium branded hub where 35-40 students per batch work on hands-on projects and domain-specific AI applications. Whether empowering engineering students to build complex models or enabling management students to use Generative AI for strategic growth, SM-ACE is the blueprint for the future of specialized, campus-based technical education.

The 60/40 Philosophy

Beyond Online Courses

A Multi-Dimensional Learning Ecosystem

60% In-Person Expert-Led Training

Delivered on-site at your campus. Our mentors don't just lecture; they build alongside your students in physical labs.

40% Guided Digital Learning

Powered by the Scholars Merit digital ecosystem. Students access AI virtual labs, cloud-based sandboxes, and adaptive assessments 24/7.

Why It Works

Real-time doubt clearing, physical collaboration, and the rigor of a corporate-style workplace environment.



60% In-Person 40% Digital
Learning Pathways

Tailored Excellence for Every Discipline

We recognize that a Coder and a Business Leader use AI differently. Our curriculum is bifurcated to ensure specific industry relevance.

The Architects

Building the engines of the future.

40 Hours

Foundation

Prompt Engineering, API Integration, & AI Productivity.

80 Hours

Professional

RAG Pipelines, Vector Databases, & LLM Fine-tuning.

120 Hours

Mastery

Full-stack AI Agent Orchestration & Enterprise Deployment.

The Strategists

Wielding AI to lead and innovate.

40 Hours

Foundation

AI literacy, prompt craft, and productivity automation.

80 Hours

Professional

No-code AI workflows, marketing intelligence, and analytics.

120 Hours

Mastery

AI strategy, governance, and enterprise transformation.

Enterprise Infrastructure

A Turnkey AI Innovation Hub on Your Campus

We don't just provide a login; we help you build a legacy.

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Branded CoE Setup

We consult on transforming your existing labs into premium SM-ACE branded environments.

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Corporate-Style Labs

Designed to mimic the R&D centers of Tier 1 tech firms, giving students real-world exposure.

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Batch Integrity

Strict 35–40 student cohorts to ensure every student receives personalized mentorship.

Governance

Real-Time Intelligence for Institutional Heads

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The Dean's Dashboard

Track student progress, batch performance, and 'Industry-Readiness Scores' in real-time.

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Responsible AI Framework

Every program includes modules on AI Ethics, Governance, and Data Privacy—the non-negotiables of the modern enterprise.

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Compliance Ready

Our certifications add significant value to NAAC, NIRF, and other institutional accreditation processes.

Our Network

Co-Branded SM-ACE Centers

We partner with leading colleges and universities to establish campus-integrated AI Centers of Excellence across Tier 2 & 3 cities.

Center Active

Swami Purnanand Scholars Merit AI Center of Excellence

Swami Purnanand College of Engineering & Technology

📍 Rishikesh, Uttrakhand

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Center Coming Soon

Scholars Merit AI Center of Excellence

Scholars Merit Online Private Limited

📍 Noida, Uttar Pradesh

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Live Programming

Events, Seminars & Webinars

Free and paid sessions designed for students across India. Register, learn, and join the SM-ACE community.

Bootcamp Upcoming

Generative AI Bootcamp

Build your first LLM app with hands-on guidance.

  • 09 May 2026
  • 1:00 PM IST · 2 Hours
  • Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
  • Ashu Tosh Bhardwaj
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Webinar Upcoming

AI Careers in Tier 2 & 3 India: The Next Decade

The big shift in AI hiring is moving beyond major metro cities. Discover how to close the skills gap, tap into remote-first opportunities, and step into the next generation of the AI workforce — all in a live, interactive experience.

  • TBA
  • 6:00 PM IST · 90 minutes
  • Online
  • Dr. Anil Verma
Seminar Upcoming

AI for Non-Engineers

AI for commerce & design students — no coding needed.

  • TBA
  • 5:00 PM IST
  • Hybrid
  • Riya Kapoor
Seminar Upcoming

Campus Launch & Open House

Explore the AI lab and meet faculty.

  • TBA
  • 11:00 AM IST
  • Tekanpur
  • SM-ACE Panel
Investment

Transparent, Value-Driven Pricing

Tiered pricing designed to incentivize deeper mastery and long-term skill acquisition.

Engineering Track

Foundation

40 Hours

₹16,000 (₹400/hr)
  • ✓ Campus-integrated CoE setup
  • ✓ Expert-led in-person training
  • ✓ 24/7 digital lab access
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Professional

80 Hours

₹28,000 (₹350/hr)
  • ✓ Campus-integrated CoE setup
  • ✓ Expert-led in-person training
  • ✓ 24/7 digital lab access
  • ✓ Industry certification
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Best Value

Mastery

120 Hours

₹36,000 (₹300/hr)
  • ✓ Campus-integrated CoE setup
  • ✓ Expert-led in-person training
  • ✓ 24/7 digital lab access
  • ✓ Industry certification
  • ✓ Talent Registry placement
  • ✓ Dean's Dashboard analytics
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Non-Engineering Track

Foundation

40 Hours

₹14,000 (₹350/hr)
  • ✓ Campus-integrated CoE setup
  • ✓ Expert-led in-person training
  • ✓ 24/7 digital lab access
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Professional

80 Hours

₹24,000 (₹300/hr)
  • ✓ Campus-integrated CoE setup
  • ✓ Expert-led in-person training
  • ✓ 24/7 digital lab access
  • ✓ Industry certification
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Best Value

Mastery

120 Hours

₹33,600 (₹280/hr)
  • ✓ Campus-integrated CoE setup
  • ✓ Expert-led in-person training
  • ✓ 24/7 digital lab access
  • ✓ Industry certification
  • ✓ Talent Registry placement
  • ✓ Dean's Dashboard analytics
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Outcomes

From Theory to Build: The SM-ACE Portfolio

Engineering

Custom-trained RAG Bot

A RAG bot for local legal documentation, built end-to-end by students using vector databases and LLM orchestration.

Non-Engineering

AI Marketing Engine

A hyper-personalized AI marketing engine for regional MSMEs, built using no-code automation tools.

Career Placement

Professional Talent Registry

Every 120-hour graduate is placed on our Professional Talent Registry, accessible to our network of corporate hiring partners.

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Ready to Begin Your AI Journey?

Whether you're a student looking to upskill or want your college to adopt the SM-ACE program — drop us your details and our team will reach out within 24 hours.

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Toll Free: (IN) 1800 203 6639
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Email
services@smopl.biz
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Location
Pan India — Tier 2 & 3 Cities

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